Emily Blake
Columbus,OH
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Manager
River Vista Behavioral Health
Columbus, OH
04.2021 - Current
- Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to support professional growth of nursing staff members.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Managed budgets and controlled costs, achieving financial targets without compromising patient care quality.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients with complex needs.
- Developed and implemented quality improvement initiatives to provide best possible patient care and identify and address areas of concern.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by maintaining accurate records and staying up-to-date on industry standards.
- Served as a key point of contact between nursing staff, physicians, administration, and other healthcare professionals.
- Managed 110 staff and nursing activities in 80-bed hospital by providing comprehensive nursing guidance and maintaining outstanding patient satisfaction and care standards.
- Fostered improvement in staff development, personnel training, and standards of patient care.
- Monitored clinical outcomes closely, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
- Oversaw infection control procedures to protect patients from infections and keep nursing departments compliant with state regulations.
- Reviewed department performance and adjusted coverage to compensate for changing conditions.
Registered Nurse
The Woods At Parkside
Gahanna, OH
12.2014 - 04.2021
- Administered medications via oral and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- For 4 years of my tenure, I was the sole nurse for the Partial Hospitalization Program, which involved; implementation of programming, billing, working closely with providers and multidisciplinary care team to ensure best practice and favorable patient outcomes.
Lead Nurse (ADON)
Maryhaven
Columbus, OH
08.2013 - 08.2014
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Mentored new nurses in clinical practice and procedures, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork by encouraging open communication among staff members and facilitating collaboration across departments.
- Evaluated staff performance regularly, providing feedback and guidance for improvement when necessary.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall service delivery within the facility.
- Managed nursing schedules and budgets, streamlining processes for cost savings while maintaining high-quality patient care.
Registered Nurse
The Woods At Parkside
Gahanna, OH
02.2012 - 08.2013
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Registered Nurse
Select Speciality Hospital
Columbus, OH
10.2012 - 03.2013
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
- Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Columbus State Community College
Columbus, OH12.2010
Skills
- Staff Supervision
- Critical Thinking
- Quality Improvement
- Department management
- Policy Development
- Staff Development
- Performance Improvement
- Staff Coaching and Mentoring
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Compliance Oversight
- Attention to Detail
- Infection Control
Timeline
Nurse Manager
River Vista Behavioral Health
04.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
The Woods At Parkside
12.2014 - 04.2021
Lead Nurse (ADON)
Maryhaven
08.2013 - 08.2014
Registered Nurse
Select Speciality Hospital
10.2012 - 03.2013
Registered Nurse
The Woods At Parkside
02.2012 - 08.2013
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Columbus State Community College